Senior Forecasting Leader in Life Sciences & AI

EY; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 144,000 - 329,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Comprehensive compensation andBenefits

Job summary

EY seeks a Senior Manager in Commercial Analytics and Forecasting to lead global pharmaceutical forecasting engagements. You will advise senior client stakeholders and guide cross-functional teams in developing robust forecasts that inform strategic decisions.

The role emphasizes advanced analytics, AI, and innovation, with responsibility for client delivery excellence and thought leadership within EY's Life Sciences practice. Hybrid work options available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a quantitative field with relevant experience.
• 14+ years of experience in Strategic Forecasting.
• Deep expertise in pharmaceutical forecasting and therapeutic areas.
• Experience leading forecasting engagements for global pharmaceutical clients.
• Proven ability to advise senior client stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale global forecasting engagements across brands and therapeutic areas.
• Serve as strategic advisor to senior client stakeholders across functions.
• Drive long-range forecasting, scenario planning, and lifecycle management.
• Provide strategic recommendations based on market dynamics and analytics.
• Ensure high-quality delivery and client satisfaction across programs.
• Present insights to executive leadership and client decision-makers.
• Champion automation and AI adoption in forecasting models.

Skills

Pharmaceutical forecasting

Long-range forecasting

Launch forecasting

Portfolio valuation

Scenario planning

SQL

Python

Power BI / Tableau

Advanced analytics

AI / ML applications

Data modelling

Client relationship management

Executive stakeholder management

Account growth & business development

Strategic thinking

Team leadership & coaching

Program management

Problem solving & decision making

Communication & executive presentation

IQVIA MIDAS

Epidemiology data

Patient-level data

Internal sales & commercial data

Market research & competitive int.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

SQL

Python

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

EY seeks a Senior Manager in Commercial Analytics and Forecasting to lead global pharmaceutical forecasting engagements. You will advise senior client stakeholders and guide cross-functional teams in developing robust forecasts that inform strategic decisions.

The role emphasizes advanced analytics, AI, and innovation, with responsibility for client delivery excellence and thought leadership within EY's Life Sciences practice. Hybrid work options available.